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Soil management
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What practice helps preserve soil fertility in the long term in Senegalese agriculture?
Answer: Crop rotation
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Efficient irrigation
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Among these irrigation systems, which is the most water-efficient in the Senegalese context?
Answer: Drip irrigation
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Pest control
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What approach is considered the most sustainable for managing pests in Senegalese crops?
Answer: Integrated pest management combining several methods
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Post-harvest conservation
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What method is best suited for long-term grain storage by small Senegalese producers?
Answer: Use of hermetic silos
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Improved seeds
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What is the main advantage of certified seeds for a Senegalese farmer?
Answer: They guarantee a germination rate and specific characteristics
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Agricultural value chain
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What is an agricultural value chain?
Answer: All the links from production to final consumption
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Margin calculation
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How do you correctly calculate the gross margin of an agricultural activity?
Answer: Sales price - Input costs
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Agricultural diversification
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Why is activity diversification recommended for agricultural enterprises in Senegal?
Answer: To reduce risks and stabilize income
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Agricultural business plan
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What element is essential in a good business plan for an agricultural project?
Answer: A detailed analysis of costs and revenues over several seasons
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Agricultural product certification
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What type of certification can significantly increase the value of Senegalese agricultural products in international markets?
Answer: Organic or fair trade certification
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Digital and agriculture
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How can mobile applications help Senegalese farmers?
Answer: To access weather forecasts and market prices
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Equipment innovation
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Among these equipment, which represents a particularly suitable innovation for small Senegalese farmers?
Answer: Motorized tillers and intermediate motorized equipment
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Solar energy
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What main advantage does solar energy offer for agricultural activities in rural areas of Senegal?
Answer: It allows energy autonomy in areas without electricity
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Conservation innovation
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What innovation has recently improved the conservation of perishable products for small Senegalese producers?
Answer: Improved solar drying
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Marketing platforms
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What new marketing model allows Senegalese farmers to reach urban consumers directly?
Answer: Online direct sales platforms
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Climate change adaptation
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What technique allows Senegalese farmers to better cope with increasing rainfall variability?
Answer: Rainwater harvesting and storage
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Agroforestry
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What advantage does agroforestry (tree-crop association) bring to Senegalese farms?
Answer: It improves soil fertility and creates a favorable microclimate
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Resistant crops
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Why are short-cycle crop varieties increasingly important in Senegal?
Answer: They adapt better to the shortened rainy season
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Early warning
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How do early warning systems help Senegalese farmers?
Answer: They warn of climate risks and advise on measures to take
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Agricultural insurance
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What is the principle of index-based agricultural insurance developed in Senegal?
Answer: It automatically pays compensation based on weather indices